ES-2048 User’s Guide

2.2 Mounting the Switch on a Rack

This section lists the rack mounting requirements and precautions and describes the installation steps.

2.2.1Rack-mounted Installation Requirements

•Two mounting brackets.

•Eight M3 flat head screws and a #2 Philips screwdriver.

•Four M5 flat head screws and a #2 Philips screwdriver.

Note: Failure to use the proper screws may damage the unit.

2.2.1.1Precautions

•Make sure the rack will safely support the combined weight of all the equipment it contains.

•Make sure the position of the switch does not make the rack unstable or top-heavy. Take all necessary precautions to anchor the rack securely before installing the unit.

2.2.2Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Switch

1Position a mounting bracket on one side of the switch, lining up the four screw holes on the bracket with the screw holes on the side of the switch.

Figure 7 Attaching the Mounting Brackets

2Using a #2 Philips screwdriver, install the M3 flat head screws through the mounting bracket holes into the switch.

3Repeat steps 1 and 2 to install the second mounting bracket on the other side of the switch.

4You may now mount the switch on a rack. Proceed to the next section.

2.2.3Mounting the Switch on a Rack

1Position a mounting bracket (that is already attached to the switch) on one side of the rack, lining up the two screw holes on the bracket with the screw holes on the side of the rack.

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